Andrews Bald / Great Smoky Mountains National Park - From this great picnic spot, one can see the towering mountain ranges of North Carolina as well as Georgia. A round-trip hike of 3.6 miles from the Forney Ridge parking area at Clingmans Dome makes this one of the most accessible as well as the highest bald in the Park.

A Walk in the Woods - Naturalists Erik and Vesna Plakanis lead visitors on nature hikes and overnight trips into the Great Smoky Mountains. Shuttle transportation and equipment rental are part of the services provided by this licensed, Red Cross certified, insured and experienced team. / Gatlinburg / 865-436-8283 / $

Charlie's Bunion / Great Smoky Mountains National Park - Well worth a hike, this 1,000-foot sheer drop can be found four miles east along the Appalachian Trail. Named after a bunion that prevented Charlie Conner from traveling through the Gap in 1928, his fellow travelers thought the bare mountain resembled his bunion.

Chimney Tops / Great Smoky Mountains National Park - An amazing outcrop formation, Chimney Tops rise almost 2,000 feet and to the cherokee appeared as "forked antlers". The overlook on Newfound Gap Road is a good place to see the 30-foot deep "flue" in the right-hand peak, which subsequently led the local settlers to give the "chimney" its name.

Clingmans Dome / Great Smoky Mountains National Park - The highest peak in the Smokies, Clingmans Dome stands at 6,642 feet and is the third highest point east of the Mississippi. An observation tower is located 7 miles off Newfound Gap road, providing stunning views.

Fontana Village - On the borders of the National Park in North Carolina, Fontana Village is adjacent to Nantahala and Joyce Kilmer National Forests. The village was built in the 1930s to house workers who came to construct Fontana Dam on the Little Tennessee River, the structure is the highest dam east of the Mississippi.

Hiwassee Outfitters - This is the place for fishing, camping and Class I and II white water rafting in the Cherokee National Forest. / Reliance, TN / 1-800-338-8133 / $

Laurel Falls / Great Smoky Mountains National Park - Rated easy to moderate, this 2.5 mile trail to the double drop Laurel Falls is one of the most popular walks in the park. The falls drop 50 feet from a grove of mountain laurel and rhododendron into a glorious pool that is perfect for wading. The trail divides the falls at the first pool, from there it continues to drop another 35 feet before reaching the bottom.

Little River Road / Great Smoky Mountains National Park - A must see trip in your car, the Little River Road follows the old logging railroad bed from the Sugarlands Welcome Center towards Cades Cove then out of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park down to Townsend. Hairpin turns follow and crisscross the Little River down the mountainside, with each bend in the road appears a feast for the eyes. By midday during certain seasons, the little road can get mighty busy!

Metcalf Bottoms Picnic Area / Great Smoky Mountains National Park - Metcalf Bottoms was once the site of the Metcalf family farm. During construction of the park and Little River Road, the Metcalf family brought fresh spring water to the workers. The National Park Service remembered their kindness by naming this delightful picnic area for them.

Mount LeConte / Great Smoky Mountains National Park - The third highest peak in the park, over a mile high at 6,593 feet, LeConte serves as the focal point of the Park. Two different overlooks at the summit provide some awesome views. It's an amazing day trip with a choice of five trails that lead to the summit, they range from 11 to 16 miles round trip.

Next to Heaven Riding Stables - Take out "Ole Paint" on your own on one of the most scenic rides in the smokies or inquire about guide-led riding trips to some fantastic mountain views. / Townsend, TN / 865-488-9150 / $

Rafting the Smokies - Whitewater rafting for beginners to experienced paddlers, trips are designed to fit skill levels. / Hwy. 321N in Gatlinburg / 865-436-5008 / $

Roaring Fork / Great Smoky Mountains National Park - Just moments away from away from downtown Gatlinburg, the Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail takes travelers back in time to the days when Gatlinburg was White Oak Flats. A six mile loop follows part of the original 1850 road bed and explores the primal forests and three early 19th-century homesteads of Bales and Reagan families who bravely tried to farm among the boulder strewn fields.

Smoky Mountain Stables - Ride inside the Great Smoky Mountains National Park with experienced guides to lead the way. Choose your steed for 1 hour, 2 hour or half day rides, great for ages 6 and up! / 4 miles east of Gatlinburg, Hwy 321 / 865-436-5634 / $

Smoky Mountain Outdoors - White water rafting for the whole family, experience not necessary. / Hartford / 1-800-771-RAFT / $

USA Raft - If you are looking for a memorable way to explore the area, try a bit of white water. No experience necessary, rafting trips on the Pigeon and Nantahala rivers. / Hartford / 1-800-USA-RAFT / $

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